Cybercrimes: News
10 Jun 2025
GoogleGoogle fixes bug that exposed private phone numbers
Google has patched a critical bug that allowed attackers to expose private recovery phone numbers tied to Google accounts.
08 Jun 2025
Donald TrumpChinese hackers reportedly targeting US officials' smartphones since late 2024
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a sophisticated cyberattack targeting the smartphones of government officials, political figures, tech professionals, and journalists.
08 Jun 2025
Google ChromeUpdate Google Chrome now! Your sensitive data might be compromised
India's cybersecurity agency, CERT-In, has issued a high-severity alert for Google Chrome users on desktop platforms.
03 Jun 2025
Data LeakCartier, North Face among fashion brands targeted in latest cyberattacks
Luxury fashion brand Cartier has confirmed a data breach, compromising some of its customers' personal information.
02 Jun 2025
State Bank of India (SBI)Beware! Scammers are misusing SBI's name for fake investment opportunities
India's largest lender, State Bank of India (SBI), has issued a warning over unauthorized advertisements promising stock market tips and investment advice in its name.
29 May 2025
MalwareAttention! This new malware may target your Google Calendar data
The notorious Chinese hacking group APT41, also known as Winnti, Brass Typhoon, and Wicked Panda, is using a new malware called TOUGHPROGRESS to exploit Google Calendar.
27 May 2025
Donald TrumpHundreds duped in 'Trump Hotel Rental' scam: What is it?
In a major con, over 200 people across Karnataka have been duped of nearly ₹2 crore by a fake mobile app called Trump Hotel Rental.
25 May 2025
Bharti AirtelAirtel proposes initiative with Jio, Vi to combat telecom fraud
Airtel has pitched a joint plan to tackle the growing menace of telecom fraud in India. The company has sought the support of Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea (Vi).
24 May 2025
CybersecurityNaukri.com had a bug that exposed email addresses of recruiters
Indian employment platform, Naukri.com, has successfully patched a security flaw that unknowingly exposed the email addresses of its recruiters.
16 May 2025
IndiaKerala start-up claims blocking 85M cyber threats during India-Pakistan conflict
Prophaze, a Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala-based cybersecurity start-up, has claimed to have neutralized 85 million malicious cyber threats amid the recent India-Pakistan conflict.
16 May 2025
North KoreaTelegram just wiped out $35B Chinese cybercrime markets
Telegram has managed to take down two of the largest illicit online marketplaces, Xinbi Guarantee and Huione Guarantee, which have been active since 2021.
15 May 2025
GoogleGoogle says hackers targeting UK retailers now eyeing US stores
Google has warned US retailers of the threat posed by a group of aggressive hackers, called "Scattered Spider."
14 May 2025
CybersecurityHow India thwarted almost 1.5M cyberattacks by Pak hackers
After the Pahalgam terror attack, Maharashtra Police detected more than 1.5 million cyberattacks on Indian websites masterminded by Pakistan.
10 May 2025
AndroidBeware! This Android ad scam is targeting 2.5M users monthly
A new ad fraud scheme, dubbed Kaleidoscope, is targeting millions of Android users by converting regular apps into profit-generating platforms for cybercriminals.
09 May 2025
GoogleGoogle Chrome is using AI to spot scams, shady sites
Google has announced the integration of its compact AI model, Gemini Nano, into Chrome.
07 May 2025
Indian GovernmentHow Modi government is handling cyber threats post 'Operation Sindoor'
The Indian government has stepped up its cybersecurity after a series of coordinated cyberattacks on defense-related institutions and academic platforms.
05 May 2025
US GovernmentSignal replica used by former Trump adviser has been hacked
The unofficial version of Signal being used by Mike Waltz, the former National Security Adviser to Donald Trump, has been compromised.
02 May 2025
United KingdomHarrods hit by cyberattack as UK retailers face security threats
Harrods, the famous British luxury department store, has been targeted in a cyberattack.
01 May 2025
AppleApple warns of sophisticated spyware targeting iPhones worldwide
Apple has warned several people across the globe about possible government-sponsored spyware attacks.
29 Apr 2025
Cybersecurity'Scattered Spider' behind Marks & Spencer cyberattack: Who are they?
UK retail giant Marks & Spencer (M&S) is facing a major cyberattack, carried out by hacking group Scattered Spider, BleepingComputer has reported.
28 Apr 2025
Technology4chan resumes operations after 2 weeks, details reasons for shutdown
4chan, the controversial online forum infamous for its unfiltered discussions, has resumed operations after nearly two weeks of suspension.
26 Apr 2025
Federal Bureau of InvestigationFBI is offering $10M for info on most-wanted hacking group
The FBI has announced a $10 million reward for information about Salt Typhoon, a state-sponsored Chinese hacking group.
24 Apr 2025
JapanHow hackers exploited Japanese trading accounts to steal $700M
A surge in illicit trading activities has seen hackers manipulate penny stocks using compromised online brokerage accounts in Japan.
22 Apr 2025
GmailAttention! Your Gmail account is at risk of phishing attack
Google has warned its three billion Gmail users of a sophisticated phishing scam that is fooling even the most tech-savvy people.
30 Mar 2025
CybersecurityDating apps exposed 1.5M private user pictures online. Say what!
M.A.D Mobile, the company behind a number of niche dating platforms, stored nearly 1.5 million private user images online without password protection.
24 Mar 2025
Sacred Games'Sacred Games' actor scared after hacker threatens to leak photos
In a shocking turn of events, Elnaaz Norouzi, the acclaimed actor from Sacred Games, has become a victim of cybercrime. The incident, which took place in January, has left her feeling constantly watched and violated.
20 Mar 2025
Social Media'IGL' row: Samay Raina summoned for the third time
The controversy over YouTuber Samay Raina's show, India's Got Latent, continues to snowball. The Maharashtra Cyber Cell has issued a third summons to Raina, who had failed to appear on Wednesday.
12 Mar 2025
Tata TechnologiesStolen data of Tata Technologies leaked by ransomware group
Tata Technologies, a subsidiary of Tata Group, has become the latest victim of a data leak by the ransomware gang Hunters International.
11 Mar 2025
E-commerce4,000 false reviews in 3-months: E-commerce sites are being rigged
CloudSEK, a leading cybersecurity intelligence company, has exposed a sophisticated network of scammers.
06 Mar 2025
ChinaIs China behind global cyberattacks? US reveals key details
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has charged 12 Chinese nationals, including law enforcement officers and private hacking firm employees, for conducting worldwide cybercrime operations.
05 Mar 2025
AdeleCybercrime gang stole, resold 900+ tickets to Taylor Swift concerts
A cybercrime group has been accused of stealing and reselling over 900 digital tickets for high-profile events, including Taylor Swift's concerts.
22 Feb 2025
CryptocurrencyHackers steal $1.4B from Bybit in biggest-ever crypto heist
In a shocking development, popular cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has become the victim of the largest crypto theft in history.
19 Feb 2025
GoogleUpdate browser now! High-risk security flaws found in Google Chrome
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has released a high-risk security warning for Google Chrome users on macOS, Windows, and Linux.
13 Feb 2025
InstagramHow to protect yourself from 'romance scams' on WhatsApp, Instagram
Meta has warned its users about the increasing 'romance scams' on its platforms, Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
12 Feb 2025
MetaMeta, Google, Microsoft partner to combat cyber threats in India
Tech giants such as Meta, Google, Microsoft, and Airtel have come together with New Delhi-based policy advocacy group Safer Internet India (SII) to form the coalition.
11 Feb 2025
LinkedInSafer Internet Day: LinkedIn shares tips to avoid job scams
On Safer Internet Day 2025, February 11, LinkedIn has offered essential tips to help job seekers navigate the increasingly risky online job market.
09 Feb 2025
WhatsAppWhat is 'zero-click hack' and how to protect yourself
WhatsApp has announced that nearly 90 of its users across more than two dozen nations have been targeted by a sophisticated cyberattack, a "zero-click hack."
05 Feb 2025
Life Insurance Corporation of IndiaFake apps posing as LIC now, be careful
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has issued a public warning regarding the presence of fake mobile apps, operating in its name.
04 Feb 2025
Data LeakGrubhub suffers data breach, personal details of users compromised
US-based food delivery giant, Grubhub, has confirmed a major data breach.
31 Jan 2025
GmailBeware! Cybercriminals are using AI voices to steal Gmail credentials
Artificial intelligence (AI) is now being used to orchestrate sophisticated scams, targeting Gmail's 2.5 billion users.
31 Jan 2025
Tata TechnologiesTata Technologies hit by ransomware attack, halts IT services
Tata Technologies, a leading engineering and digital transformation service provider, has confirmed a recent ransomware attack on its systems. The incident resulted in a temporary suspension of certain IT services.
28 Jan 2025
ChatGPTDeepSeek AI suspends new sign-ups following major cyberattack
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) platform DeepSeek has temporarily halted new user registrations on its DeepSeek-V3 chat platform following a major cyberattack.
26 Jan 2025
CybersecurityUnitedHealth says 190M Americans were impacted by data breach
Leading US health insurance provider UnitedHealth Group has confirmed that some 190 million Americans were impacted by the ransomware attack on its subsidiary, Change Healthcare. This is nearly double the initial estimate.
26 Jan 2025
IndiaIndia witnesses 44% more weekly cyberattacks than rest of world
Leading cybersecurity solutions provider Check Point Software Technologies has revealed in its annual report that Indian organizations are facing an alarming rate of cyberattacks.
